Following the Harmelin v. Michigan (1991) decision, the Eighth Amendment proportionality clause was _____
a. removed
b. found to be broadly applicable
c. found to prevent only grossly disproportionate sentences
d. restricted to length of sentence and criminal fine issues
c
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a. appreciate the meaning of ethical standards in other cultures from the perspective of those cultures b. accept the existence of differences but deny diversity in ethical standards c. be prepared to stand up against moral wrongdoing by creating more laws d. be prepared to learn from other cultures yet have our own moral codes
What is needed for crime deterrence to take place using a primary crime-prevention strategy? Describe the various types of programs that come under the category of primary crime prevention
What will be an ideal response?
What are the qualifications to be a jury member?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following is the most important law Congress has passed that applies directly to state and local enforcement agencies?
A. the 1964 Civil Rights Act B. the Gun Control Act C. the Violent Crime Control Act D. the Social Security Act